Magnesium L-Threonate
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Goal
Test how magnesium L-threonate affects sleep quality and morning energy
Hypothesis
Magnesium L-threonate 1h before bed → better deep sleep → more morning energy
L-threonate crosses the blood-brain barrier, raises brain Mg concentration, and enhances GABA receptors (Slutsky 2010)
Expected Effects
- ↑ deep_sleep_pct
- ↑ morning_energy
Phases
1
Baseline
7 days- Sleep as usual, without magnesium supplements
- Rate your morning energy on a 1-10 scale
2
Magnesium Intake
7 days- Take 144mg of magnesium L-threonate (2 capsules) 1 hour before bed
- Rate your morning energy on a 1-10 scale
Tracked Metrics
Primary
- ↑ deep_sleep_pct
- ↓ sleep_fragmentation
Secondary
- ↑ morning_energy
Evaluation
Method: compare_phase_means
Design: baseline (7 days) → intervention (7 days)
Safety
Disclaimers
- Magnesium L-threonate is considered safe at recommended doses
- May have a mild sedative effect — take before bed
- If taking other medications, consult a doctor
Stop Conditions
- GI upset (diarrhea, nausea) for 2+ consecutive days
- Headache or dizziness